# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Jackson 2026 - **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Jackson with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online. - **Category**: Thanksgiving - **Type**: other ## Audience - **Followers**: 36k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c7488f80-1783-11ee-9ff9-234f7d65f501-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c8519580-a808-11f0-b78f-c9aef12fa09e-rimg-w200-h200-dc161416-gmir - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/3dd81a9f91e1084562d985d72cc8f397b74c710ed9374059210ccfc401a47fd8-rimg-w200-h200-dcd3d6db-gmir?v=1760193604 ## About Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Jackson with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Jackson. ## Thanksgiving Events in Jackson - **Event Name**: Friendsgiving - **Description**: On November 17, 2026, Friendsgiving returns to The Cedars for an evening rooted in connection, conversation, and community. This special gathering brings people together around the table for a shared experience that celebrates the relationships and places - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 55 - **Date**: Tue Nov 17 2026 at 05:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/jackson/friendsgiving/200030305626610 - **Venue**: 4145 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS 39216-3725, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy80NjBlMTgxZGQ4MzI4ZDAwYTI4YmU3YzU3NTc2ZmIxMjU4Y2JiOWViZTE3ZTRmMGFmN2RjZTk5ODVjMmQ5Y2E2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzE4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzM2NDAyNg.avif - **Categories**: thanksgiving, workshops ## Trending Events in Jackson - **Event Name**: Jackson Just-for-Two Date Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night! - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES - **Venue**: **Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/835148f15cce24844a3b3d30d43423cc35e6bb55289f4aaccc949371f92ed7c5-rimg-w1200-h660-dc171816-gmir.jpg?v=1759898394 - **Event Name**: Southern Jaguars at Jackson State Tigers Football at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium - **Venue**: Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b94bcf80-b0f7-11f1-bc74-5b14d0278284-rimg-w1200-h514-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1789471652 - **Event Name**: Late Night with Rita Brent (Friday, September 25) - **Description**: JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI — let’s do it again! But this time let’s BOOK it! The Emmy Award-winning, "Late Night with Rita Brent," is back! Friday, September 25th during Mississippi Book Festival weekend at the Jackson Convention Complex Theater — with a specia - **Venue**: Jackson Convention Complex - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/3b57f24d4f0202fda9fe81fda7a290e62822cf6ee0b0e79900630d9768d25473-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1788588615 - **Event Name**: Tuskegee University Golden Tigers at Jackson State Tigers Football - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium 🏠 Address: 2531 N State St, Jackson, MS 39216 🌆 City: Jackson 📍 Location: 32.33, -90.1796✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Tuskegee University Golden Tigers at Jackson State Tigers Football - **Venue**: Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium - **Event Name**: 12th Jackson International Food and Art Festival - **Description**: Celebrate the vibrant community of Jackson and West TN at the 12th Jackson International Food and Art Festival. The festival showcases the rich tapestry of traditions and culture of our community through music, food, performances, parade and art. Join us - **Venue**: 800 S Highland Ave, Jackson, TN 38301-7347, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/562bb52eee37e23dbb1ce2c5f710188ea8354245dcec7098687df1e4db8004ac-rimg-w1200-h800-dce8f8f8-gmir?v=1787235436 - **Event Name**: WellsFest 2026 - **Description**: Join us on the grounds of the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum on Lakeland Drive the last Saturday of September for the 42nd annual WellsFest, Jackson's original and longest-running music festival! The daylong outdoor event f - **Venue**: Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/b6b800c2df97f6e00d94739d04cacf932f77f414bd526abc262fae541ffa2b5d-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787457587 - **Event Name**: TOAST: MIMOSA FESTIVAL - **Description**: Get ready to raise your glass at Toast: Mimosa Festival! Jackson, Mississippi’s premier celebration of flavor, culture, and community!About this EventGet ready to raise your glass at - **Venue**: The Plant Venue - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b4bcd869e1dc49466687979330b0c6e928984f13a6f38c319c0857d9bf85c222-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775640059 - **Event Name**: Chris Janson - **Venue**: Potter Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/6e03f330-b09e-11f1-8011-7394f57f7004-rimg-w1200-h675-dc180808-gmir.jpg?v=1789433002 - **Event Name**: Big Thief at Center for the Arts - **Venue**: Center for the Arts - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c4153f00-580a-11f1-b6cb-41802c899069-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1779693869 ## Browse Thanksgiving Events by Date - [Thanksgiving Events Today in Jackson](https://allevents.in/jackson/thanksgiving--today) - [Thanksgiving Events This Weekend in Jackson](https://allevents.in/jackson/thanksgiving--this-weekend) - [Thanksgiving Events in September in Jackson](https://allevents.in/jackson/thanksgiving--september) - [Thanksgiving Events in October in Jackson](https://allevents.in/jackson/thanksgiving--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Jackson? - **A:** Friendsgiving (Tue Nov 17 2026 at 05:30 pm at 4145 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS 39216-3725, United States). - **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Jackson? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Jackson on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Thanksgiving events in Jackson? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Thanksgiving events in Jackson? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Jackson include 4145 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS 39216-3725, United States. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Jackson? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Jackson include Community Foundation for Mississippi. - **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available? - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Thanksgiving events in Jackson? - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Jackson. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/c1/aafb181006497780b7ed4a41765e22/Thanks-giving.jpg ## Explore Events in Nearby Cities - [Thanksgiving in Ridgeland](https://allevents.in/ridgeland-ms/thanksgiving) - [Events in Pearl](https://allevents.in/pearl-ms) - [Events in Richland](https://allevents.in/richland-ms-ms) - [Events in Flowood](https://allevents.in/flowood) - [Events in Clinton](https://allevents.in/clinton-ms) - [Events in Ridgeland](https://allevents.in/ridgeland-ms) - [Events in Florence](https://allevents.in/florence-ms) - [Events in Brandon](https://allevents.in/brandon-ms) - [Events in Madison](https://allevents.in/madison-ms)